All articles tagged with #toys
Originally Published 2 days ago — by IGN
Amazon is offering a 10% discount on the LEGO Lord of the Rings Balrog Book Nook set, the first price reduction since its release, making it a great buy for collectors and fans of the series, especially with new sets and releases in 2026.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by The Verge
AI-powered figurines like HeyMates and Buddyo are emerging at CES, offering interactive chat capabilities with characters from sports, science, and pop culture, aiming to revitalize the collectible figurine market with AI integration.
Originally Published 3 days ago — by The Verge
Nintendo is launching its My Mario product line in the US next month, including an interactive app, apparel, plush toys, bath toys, and wooden block sets with Amiibo functionality, initially available in select stores and expanding nationwide.
Originally Published 3 days ago — by nintendo.com
Nintendo is launching its My Mario product line in the U.S., featuring toys, apparel, apps, and experiences inspired by Mario and friends, with initial availability at Nintendo stores in New York and San Francisco on Feb. 19, and expanding to other retailers throughout the year.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by BBC
Lego has introduced Smart Bricks, a new line of tech-enabled building blocks with sensors, lights, and sound, designed to enhance play through digital interaction. While praised as a revolutionary innovation, play experts express concerns that these smart toys may undermine children's imagination and raise privacy issues. The products aim to blend physical and digital play, responding to children's actions with reactions and sounds, and are part of Lego's broader strategy to expand into digital technology.
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Engadget
Lego is hosting its first-ever CES 2026 press conference on January 5, 2026, at 1PM ET, which will likely be livestreamed. While details are scarce, expectations include new video games, a racing car, and discussions on sustainability efforts. The event promises to focus on tech-centric innovations, with comprehensive coverage by Engadget.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by Space
The article compares the Playmobil and Lego USS Enterprise models, highlighting that Playmobil offers a larger, more playable, and easier-to-assemble model with features like LED lights and sound effects, while Lego provides a detailed, collectible display piece with a complex build process, aimed at adult fans and collectors. The choice depends on whether the buyer values playability and affordability or detailed display and building experience.
Originally Published 11 days ago — by Engadget
Lego is hosting its first-ever CES 2026 press conference on January 5, 2026, at 1PM ET, which will likely be livestreamed. While the details of the announcement are unknown, expectations include new video games, a Lego F1 racing car, and discussions on sustainability efforts. The event promises a focus on tech-centric innovations rather than new toy sets, with extensive coverage by Engadget.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by Space
The article lists the 10 most expensive Lego Marvel sets, highlighting the Avengers Tower as the most costly at $499.99, and includes details about each set's features, price, and appeal for collectors and fans.
Originally Published 13 days ago — by DogTime
A cheerful Golden Retriever named Wally experiences a busy Christmas, including road trips, opening multiple gifts, parading new toys, and eventually resting after a fun-filled holiday.
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Space
The article lists the top 10 most expensive Lego Star Wars sets currently available, with prices reaching up to $1000 for the new UCS Death Star, highlighting sets designed mainly for adult collectors and enthusiasts.
Originally Published 20 days ago — by GameSpot
Lego's massive 9,023-piece UCS Death Star, based on Episode IV, is now available for preorder at Amazon for $1,000, with Prime shipping starting January 2. It is the largest and most expensive Lego Star Wars set ever, featuring detailed rooms, interactive elements, and 38 minifigures. The set will be released alongside other new Star Wars Lego sets on January 1, and is notable for its size, detail, and the fact that it is no longer exclusive to Lego stores.
Originally Published 22 days ago — by CBS News
A rare inside look at LEGO's secret museum in Denmark reveals the evolution of the iconic toy, showcasing vintage sets, innovative designs, and the company's creative culture, while also highlighting ongoing challenges in making LEGO more sustainable amidst environmental concerns.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by The Statehouse News Bureau
Neal Hoffman, a Cincinnati resident and former Hasbro employee, created the 'Mensch on a Bench,' a Hanukkah-themed toy inspired by the Elf on a Shelf, to celebrate Jewish traditions with humor and education. The toy, which teaches children about being a mensch and retells the story of the Maccabees, has become a popular cultural phenomenon, supported by a successful Kickstarter campaign and a pitch on Shark Tank, leading to a range of related characters and toys that aim to promote Jewish joy and identity.
Originally Published 24 days ago — by Variety
Sony Pictures is developing a live-action film based on the Labubu plush toys, enlisting director Paul King, known for 'Wonka' and 'Paddington,' to direct and produce. The project is in early stages, and Labubu toys are popular collectibles originally created by artist Kasing Lung and sold by China-based retailer Pop Mart. Hollywood is increasingly turning to toy and game IPs for movies, with recent successes like 'Barbie' and 'Super Mario Bros.'